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Boy group Big Bang is featured on Oricon Style Japan and their interview from the said magazine has been translated. Check it out below.

Part 1

BIGBANG 『Pressured!? Opening up about their mindset and thoughts on their new album!』A turning point album for BIGBANG

Q: Before this interview, you were on the Telephone Shockingcorner of 'Waratte Iitomo' (Fuji TV). Weren't you nervous?

V.I: We've been on the show 'Waratte Iitomo!' before, so we were not that nervous.

Q: Unfortunately, you guys didn't get the phone strap.

V.I: Yeah. Since we are gyudon (beef bowl) maniacs, we expected the audience to love gyudon too. A little bit disappointing.

Q: Gyudon is everyone's source of power?D-LITE: I think if there's no gyudon, I can't do anything.SOL: If there's no gyudon, activities in Japan...D-LITE: They will be meaningless. We come to Japan just to eat gyudon.SOL: Just joking! (laugh)

Q: Let's end the gyudon story here (laugh). This time, BIGBANG is releasing an album after a year. Please send a message to the fans who had been waiting.

G-DRAGON: A lot of things happened last year. After everything, we were finally able to complete the album. There was also pressure, but each member committed their time while getting ready for this, so I had this deep feeling when it was finally completed. For the fans who had been waiting for us, from now on, we will concentrate on our stage and we want to show all of you our cool images.

D-LITE: Like what G-Dragon said, we went through so many things last year. All the members got through it and we're back as one and completed the album. YG Family staffs also said that so far, this album is the best one. We made the album with confidence while having fun, so we hope that the fans will also enjoy it.

SOL: Releasing the album after everything that happened, it really means a lot for me personally and also for BIGBANG. I think it's an album that has become our turning point. From now on, our color will become stronger. For fans in Japan, thank you for always waiting for us. We really appreciate it.

V.I: A new album after 1 year.. In a lot of aspects, I think that we've upgraded and grown up. For this album, I think that each member feels so much confident. So I think that this is really the best present to all fans. In the future, we hope to come to Japan more often to do promotions.

T.O.P: Same like the others, I think the album ALIVE shows a new shape of BIGBANG as one. Also, we usually record 1 or 2 Japanese songs per album, but this time we challenged ourselves and recorded many songs. And, we also tried hard to make Japanese lyrics. I hope everyone will have fun listening to the album.

SOL: This time, m-flo's VERBAL did FANTASTIC BABY's Japanese lyrics. I think the lyrics harmonize the rhythm of the songe very well.

"ALIVE" represents BIGBANG's situation.

Q: The title 'ALIVE' has a lot of meanings, but this time, what's the theme or concept that BIGBANG wants to convey?

D-LITE: The meaning of "ALIVE" is "to live" and up until now the frozen things slowly melted down. With that, I hope we're be able to convey our passion to music and to the stage.

SOL: The first song, INTRO, is a short track but it represents BIGBANG's situation. In the lyrics, there's a part that shows how someone is falling down, but it's simply not like that. It shows a sense of freedom and express the meaning of being "still alive＝ALIVE".

During MBC's 'Come To Play', 4Minute's Sohyun shared her thoughts about being called as 'Hyunah's Group' sometimes. Hyunah is the most active among 4Minute members. It is obvious that Hyunah is the most popular and she received the most attention but who knew that it is hard for the members as they are deprived of attention.

Member Sohyun confessed that it is hard for them to be called as 'Hyunah's Group' instead of 4Minute. She honestly said that she was upset when they were not called 4Minute but 'Hyunah's Group' so she made a promise and showed a better Sohyun and became more matured afterwards.

Idol group SHINee just made their Korean comeback with their album 'Sherlock'. The song garnered lots of attention because it is the combination of SHINee's two new songs Clue and Note. They are still promoting Sherlock on various music shows.

However, a good news for Japanese fans is here. SHINee revealed that they will be releasing a Japanese version of 'Sherlock'. The details has been revealed on their official Japanese website.

The Japanese version has three versions which are Limited Edition, Regular Edition (First Press) and Regular Edition.

Limited Edition

CD + DVD

28 Page Photo Booklet3D Sleeve Case + One of 11 random trading cards★ One of 11 random trading cards★ 28 page photo booklet including pictures from the music video shooting★ DVD includes the music video and a behind the scenes sketch video from the music video shooting.

Singer IU, who currently busy promoting in Japan, recently shared a photo herself during recording.

On April 2nd, IU posted on her official fancafe, "Because of my cold medicine, if I just close my eyes for 10s, I think I'll fall asleep...@_@ Waiting for my turn on stage~~What's everyone up to!", and attached the photo above.

In the photo, IU is looking adorable as ever without any sign of sickness. Her charming round eyes and innocent smiles captured hearts. The photo was taken during her recording for NHK Music Japan, which will be broadcast on April 8th.

Meanwhile, IU recently debuted in Japan with her Japanese version of "Good Day." She made a soft landing at 8th spot on daily chart and climbed on the 6th place of Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

On April 2nd, Junsu posted on his Twitter, Introducing our new family member Audrey! She was born on January 12, 2012 and she will become more gray as she grows! Grow up fast and be healthy!", and attached a photo of himself holding his new pet.

Fans commented, "Both of you have similar eyes!", "Welcome to the family, Audrey!", "Audrey is cute" and more.

On April 2nd, B.A.P's agency, TS Entertainment updated its official Facebook page and wrote, "March 31st was the birthday of B.A.P's leader, Bang Yong Guk. Thank you very much for your kind support, BABYz!"

TS Entertainment also attached a photo of Bang Yong Guk, dressed in black jacket and cap while happily holding his birthday cake.

B.A.P members also showed their love for the leader and tweeted heartwarming messages.

Himchan wrote, "I'll tweet dizzily a message that only you know about with a nickname filled with my affection, happy birthday bbang"

Upon reading the birthday greeting and wishes from co-members and the fans, Bang Yong Guk thanked everyone saying, "Thanks to everyone who wished me a happy birthday, I will share and repay you for the great love you are giving to me who is still lacking a lot."

Meanwhile, B.A.P, who recently wrapped up their debut promotions, is currently busy preparing for their comeback album.

Legendary group, Shinhwa, has been showered with love from idol groups since they made their comeback. This time, the group received a congratulatory gift from popular group, Girls' Generation.

On April 2nd, Shinhwa uploaded a proof-shot of the present they have received from the girls through the group's official Twitter. They wrote, "Our pretty juniors Girl' Generation congratulated our comeback with a cake as a present. It wasn't given by the group themselves and we didn't get to take a picture with them, but Shinhwa sunbaes are already happy just by taking a picture with the cake."

Shinhwa and Girls' Generation used to be labelmates back when the boys were still under SM Entertainment. The two groups are also known for their close relationship. Particularly, Jun Jin used to receive letters from members Hyoyeon and Jessica.

Girl group 4minute HyunA's absurd statement is currently receiving a lot of buzz.

During an interview with Mnet's "Wide Entertainment News", HyunA talk about her current activities and dieting secrets where she made an odd remark, "I gained weight."

HyunA revealed, "I enjoy eating a lot and get rid of my stress through food. There are times when I feel uncomfortable because people pay a lot of in my figure. I get stressed easily if I gain even a few pounds."

The sexy singer also revealed her dieting secrets. She continued, "I usually take the stairs instead of the elevator and try to suppress myself from craving. I think that has helped me a lot."

On the March 31st episode of KBS2's "Declaration of Freedom Saturday: Birth of a Family", Cherry was adopted by a new family and parted from Boom, Lim Siwan, HyunA and G.NA.

During the episode, Siwan, Boom, G.NA, and Hyuna went out for a picnic with Cherry. After being informed that it's the day for Cherry to be adopted, HyunA was all tears as she said, "I think it's all too much faster than I thought."

Cherry also seemed to get a hint of goodbye and avoided the eye-contact with the two singers.

Meanwhile, the March 31st episode was the last episode of KBS "Freedom Declaration Saturday: Birth of a Family."

Big Bang has topped Taiwan's G-Music and Five Music weekly chart with fifth mini album 'Alive.' G-Music includes Korea and Japan music chart but also topped the chart with albums released in Taiwan as well. The share is almost 22.28%. The group topped the charts stepping over Taiwan's popular singer Huang Xiaohu with an overwhelming difference of 4.8%.

Big Bang also before placed #2 even in Japan daily chart and 2nd on iTunes chart, the group has proven their big popularity in Asia by also sweeping the Taiwan music chart as well.

Big Bang is currently promoting 'Blue.' As they finish their mini-album activities the group will hold 'Big Bang Alive Tour 2012 in Japan' the five city tour beginning in May from Nagoya, Yokohama, Osaka, Saitama and Fukuoka.

Some still cuts of actor Kim Soo Hyun and actress Shin Se Kyung at a CF photo shoot are currently attracting netizens' attention.

The still cuts were recently posted on an online community board under the title, "Shin Se Kyung and Kim Soo Hyun in a friendly atmosphere."

The pictures show the two star acting out a scene in the commercial in some friendly yet a bit awkward poses. In particular, their tiny faces and impressive body proportions drew the eyes of the viewers.

Kim Soo Hyun and Shin Se Kyung once proved their close friendship, attending the same school. The revealed their friendship in the episode of MBC TV's Section TV Entertainment that aired on March 18.

In the episode, Shin Se Kyung stated, "My first impression of Kim Soo Hyun was 'eccentric'. It was eccentric in a good way though".

KARA's Han Seungyeon's jaw-line transformation is currently making headlines online.

On March 30th, a netizen uploaded a 'Before and After' comparison pictures of Seungyeon onto an online community board titled, "Seungyeon loses her cheek fat and her chin has transformed into a perfect v-line."

In the picture, Seungyeon has a chubbier cheeks and circular-shaped face. The other pictures shows the singer with a noticeable visible v-line compared to the past.

Netizens commented, "If you lose weight, your face does become slim", "I think her past appearance was much more cuter", "Did she get a plastic surgery?" "Her v-line is too pointy" and "It looks like it was photoshopped."

Hallyu star Lee Min Ho has been chosen as the international model for cosmetics brand Innisfree for its latest line of men's cosmetics. Lee Min Ho recently participated for a photoshoot that took place at Jeju's Gotjawal with a concept of nature, forests. and relaxation.

The picture shows a smiling Lee Min Ho, surrounded by a lush forest, showing off his radiant and glowing skin.

Lee Min Ho expressed his praises for the location and said "It is so surprising and neat that our country South Korea has such a pure and clean location."

On the April 1st episode of SBS' 'Challenge! 1000 Songs', miss A members along with Park Il Joon, Han Hye Jin, Lee Young Bum, Hong Jin Young, Hong Suk Chun, and Kim Sung Soo made their guest appearances to show off their singing skills.

In the episode, miss A were the first challenger and they selected Solid's "Soul Mates." Suzy especially surprised everyone with her perfect rap and drew a lot of compliments from everyone on the show.

Trio Busker Busker may be a newcomer to the K-Pop scene, but they have taken over the online download charts for 5 straight days!

Busker Busker released their very first album 'Busker Busker' on March 29th, and the title song "Cherry Blossom Ending" is enjoying an all-kill on all music charts. Other tracks from its album are also steadily climbing up the ranks instead of falling.

As of April 2, the fifth day since release of the album, three of Busker Busker's songs lined up in a row on top 3 spots with "Cherry Blossom Ending" cemented on #1 while "Ideal Type", "First Love", "Yeosu Night Sea", "Loneliness Amplifier" and "Blossoms" all made it into the top 10.

Busker Busker had previous taken over the charts ranking #1 on all the charts with the song 'Ideal Type' which was revealed ahead of the album, perhaps foretelling that the album would be a hit.

miss A's Suzy recently revealed her shocking story of asking a male idol for his phone number.

On the recent recording for MBC's 'Come to Play', Suzy was asked questions involving the dating between idols in the 'Suzy vs Suzy' segment.

Suzy surprised netizens with her confession saying, "I have asked a male idol star for his phone number." The hosts, Yoo Jae Suk and Kim Won Hee, then asked who that male idol was, but Suzy's answer will be revealed through the show.

Aside from Suzy, other guests will be present including 4minute's Sohyun, Sistar's Hyorin and more.